Titles in This Set:
A Sorceress Comes to Call
A House with Good Bones
Thornhedge
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124150150
Overview:
This 3-book collection brings together three spellbinding, folklore-inspired fantasies from the acclaimed author T Kingfisher. Each story stands on its own, yet they share a love of twisting fairy-tale lore with modern, character-driven storytelling. In A Sorceress Comes to Call, Cordelia navigates a house where doors between rooms do not exist and secrets feel dangerously close at hand, all while riding beneath the shadow of Falada, her mothers white horse. A House with Good Bones follows Sam as she returns to a family home that has changed beyond recognition, where ritual and memory collide and a grandparents memory casts a long shadow. Thornhedge tells the tale of Toadling, a faerie-born girl who must grant a blessing that binds human and fae worlds together. Three distinct adventures, one unforgettable tone: lyrical, eerie, and deeply human. Perfect for fans of atmospheric fantasy, gothic mood, and modern fairy tales with bite and heart.
What Makes This Collection Special:
This three-book set is a masterclass in blending the uncanny with intimate character journeys. Each novella/novel (depending on edition) leans into folklore and fairy-tale motifs while grounding fantastical events in tactile human emotionslove, belonging, courage, and the cost of power. The books can be read in any order, offering a satisfying binge-read experience that rewards careful attention to mood, symbolism, and theme. With cohesive voice and tonal continuity, the collection is a superb gift for readers who adore atmospheric fantasy, gothic restraint, and stories that linger after the last page is turned. A strong choice for shelf display, gifting, or weekend reading marathons, and a smart addition to any fantasy lovers keeper collection.
Books Included in This Collection:
A Sorceress Comes to Call
Cordelia knows her mother is unusual. Their house doesnt have any doors between roomsthere are no secrets in this house! Cordelia isnt allowed to have a single friend. The only time she feels truly free is on her daily rides with her mothers beautiful white horse, Falada. This story fuses eerie household magic with coming-of-age feel, exploring family bonds, control, and the longing for freedom in a voice that is both lyrical and quietly unsettling. A Sorceress Comes to Call draws you into a world where imagination and danger walk hand in hand, inviting readers to question what belongs to family, and what belongs to the wild.
A House with Good Bones
Samantha Montgomery returns to the family home only to find the house itself changingwalls become sterile white, the welcome mat replaced by quiet ritual, and a sense that paradise has been replaced by obligation. A black vulture sits on the mailbox as if to mark the moment of transformation. Sam navigates a world where memory clashes with modern life and where the past is stubbornly present in every room. The story blends Southern gothic atmosphere with supernatural unease, delivering a sharp, captivating read about memory, belonging, and the cost of saying grace.
Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Fans of modern fairy-tales with a dark twist, readers who love atmospheric fantasy and lyrical prose, and those who enjoy stories where ordinary life slides into the uncanny. This collection is ideal for adult readers and mature YA who relish mood-rich narratives, strong female protagonists, and folklore-inspired plotting. It also makes a thoughtful gift for BookTok audiences, collectors of gothic fantasy, and anyone seeking a triad of stand-alone reads that complement each other in tone and theme while offering distinct, self-contained arcs.
Key Benefits:
- Three finely balanced, standalone tales by a beloved author in one collectible paperback set
- Gothic-inflected fantasy with folklore influences that appeals to fans of fairy tale retellings
- Consistent mood and voice across all three stories for an immersive reading experience
- Compact, giftable format that suits shelving and display
- Great for binge-reading weekends or gifting to fantasy enthusiasts
- A refined addition to any collectors library with enduring re-read appeal
About the Author:
T Kingfisher is the pen name of author and illustrator Ursula Vernon, known for blending folklore and fairy-tale sensibilities with contemporary fantasy. Her work is celebrated for witty, precise prose, imaginative world-building, and a knack for crafting quiet, unsettling atmospheres that linger in the imagination. In this collection, Kingfisher showcases her distinctive voiceequal parts wonder and wry acknowledge-ment of lifes complexitiesdelivering stories that feel both timeless and daringly fresh.
Why Youll Love This Set:
If you crave fantasy that reads like a modern fairy talerich in mood, character, and myththis trio delivers. You gain cohesive, high-quality storytelling in a single purchase, with the convenience of a matched paperback set and a unified reading experience that is perfect for gifting or personal shelves. The bookish charm, strong heroines, and fairytale-inflected suspense make it a standout purchase for collectors and new readers alike, offering warmth, wonder, and a touch of darkness in equal measure.
Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.
